Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Foetal Alcohol Syndrome
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Foetal Alcohol Syndrome
Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is a condition resulting from prenatal alcohol exposure, causing developmental delays, facial abnormalities, and behavioural issues. FAS is preventable by avoiding alcohol during pregnancy. Symptoms of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome vary in severity, but consistent features include growth deficiencies and central nervous system dysfunction.
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Foetal Alcohol Syndrome